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Affordable‑housing bills advance as advocates warn preemption could undercut local planning
Summary
1000 Friends presenters reviewed multiple housing bills, including ADU streamlining (HB 313/SB 48) and broader measures that would limit local zoning discretion; presenters support housing supply increases but opposed provisions they say would preempt local planning and remove public hearings.
During a legislative update webinar, 1000 Friends of Florida presented a rundown of housing‑related measures filed in the 2026 session and urged advocates to watch preemption language closely.
Chadwick Leonard said two ADU bills — House Bill 313 and Senate Bill 48 — began as nearly identical proposals to streamline accessory dwelling units. "One of the big differences is the 30 day minimum of rental," he said, noting that the Senate…
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